For anyone tracking the industry, MD&M Midwest 2026, the Advanced and Critical Manufacturing Expo, is one to watch — it unfolds in Minneapolis, United States from 28 October 2026 to 29 October 2026. Think of it as the sector's trading floor — a concentrated space where supply meets demand and orders get written. Taking place every year, MD&M Midwest 2026 has become a fixture on the industry calendar. Organisers expect close to 5000 attendees, from first-time visitors to seasoned professionals. Informa Markets produces the event, drawing on years of practice to keep each edition sharp. The action unfolds at Minneapolis Convention Center, easy to reach and built for events like this.

When the host city is Minneapolis, half the appeal is already in place — a well-connected, welcoming base with plenty to offer once the day is done. Whether you fly in or come by rail, Minneapolis is well served and easy to move around. Places to stay are plentiful, and picking one near the venue keeps your mornings short and your options open. Factor in some downtime, because Minneapolis is the kind of city that turns a work trip into something more.

The show brings together Manufacturing, Advanced Manufacturing, Medical Technology and Manufacturing & Engineering, giving buyers and sourcing professionals a single place to compare what the market has to offer. Everything about the layout nudges you toward conversation, from the stand design to the shared break spaces. With 575+ exhibitors in attendance, the hardest part is deciding which stands to visit first.

Whether you come to source, to sell or to connect, the return on your time is hard to beat. Whether your goal is sourcing, sales or building partnerships, MD&M Midwest 2026 brings manufacturers, distributors and sourcing teams together in one place.

Travel, tickets and a rough daily plan are worth locking in early; the rest tends to fall into place once you are there.